How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

Babysitters can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Babysitters have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on babysitters as well.

How much do babysitters make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, babysitters in the US typically charge $17.50 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Why are babysitters taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books.” Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

A babysitter is a child care provider who doesn’t have a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a babysitter position and career. Because your work with each family is part-time, you can work with multiple families at the same time. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or for nights or weekends when the family needs care.

When do babysitters work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, babysitters could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

How do babysitters find jobs?

On Sittercity, babysitters can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many babysitters will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

What are things babysitters do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that babysitters do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

How can babysitters make extra money?

There are a few ways that babysitters can make some extra income. They can create relationships with more families to increase their opportunities to get hired for a sitting. Babysitters can also offer to care for kids on holidays so that the parents can celebrate on their own. Like on Valentine’s day.

$15–20/hr
Irvine, CA • 23 miles away

Regular sitter for evening daycare pickup...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Hi there! My wife and I are looking for someone to help with daycare pickup (approximately 2 miles from home) and night routine 3 days a week (Mon-Friday). This would be 2 hours per day in the evenings. We have 2 small dogs, so dog lovers are a must!

Responsibilities include daycare pick up,... More

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$16–24/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter starting January 2, 2025, with some flexibility in the start date. The job involves caring for one infant. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, completing light housekeeping tasks, and running errands. The sitter must be... More

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$20–25/hr
Alhambra, CA • 17 miles away

Part-Time Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Single mom with a precocious and sweet almost 4-year-old. We value kindness and connection.

Pick my daughter up from her school, which is a five minute walk from our home. Bring her home, feed her a snack, play with her and keep her engaged until mother is home.

There will be multiple... More

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$18–22/hr
Santa Ana, CA • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for sweet 8 month old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re a friendly young family. We have a sweet and curious 8 month old. We have two small dogs.

We’d like a sitter for 4-6 hours once a week on Fridays for dates or just extra help during the day. Primary responsibilities would be feeding our son meals. Diaper changes. Put him down for naps... More

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$20/hr
Orange, CA • 15 miles away

Loving family looking to add an extended...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Schedule: Tues, Wed, Thur 4–7 PM (min 2 days per week)

We are a family of four living in Orange, CA, for the past 10 years. Our household includes two busy working parents and two lively boys, ages 8 and 4. Life can get pretty hectic, and we’re looking for someone warm and reliable to help us... More

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$18–20/hr
Lakewood, CA • 17 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler, Meal Prep...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 2:00pm

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting on January 6, 2025. The schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The babysitter cares for one child, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, engaging in age-appropriate... More

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$23–27/hr
Irvine, CA • 23 miles away

Morning driver for 10 y/o twins

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

We are an outdoor-loving family looking for help driving our 10-year old twins to school in the mornings.

Pick up and take to school in Costa Mesa at 7:30 on the following schedule:

Week 1: M, T, W, F
Week 2: T, W, F

Paid min 1 hour even though only about a 30 minute drive.

Copy of... More

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$30–60/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 19 miles away

Clean and help doing homework

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

I am here, single that works. Need someone to clean because I go to school and if I come back early to go to the park get something to eat and help me do my homework

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$18–20/hr
Glendora, CA • 9 miles away

as needed sitter for 1 month old infant

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/31

12:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

watching the baby, feeding, and diaper change every 3 hours and as needed. thank you

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$20–25/hr
Glendale, CA • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for our six year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We recently moved to Glendale from the westside so our son could attend the Korean-English dual language Kindergarten program at Mark Keppel.
We're looking for someone to help pick up our son from school and take him to after school lessons in the Glendale area. We also need light... More

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$18–22/hr
Ontario, CA • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for three funny well...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

Hello! We are a busy family of five. We have 3 children ages 10,8 and 5! We also have a medium sized energetic dog, so being comfortable with dogs is a must.
We are looking for somebody to bridge the gap between the time my husband leaves for work and the time I get home. We want our children to be... More

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$22–26/hr
Yorba Linda, CA • 12 miles away

Dog loving part time sitter for two children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We are an active, tight knit family with two children and a dog. Interpersonal relationships and faith come first and we value learning every day.
Looking for someone to pick up from school and provide structured learning activities until parents can be home. Must be comfortable with dog and light... More

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$21–25/hr
Azusa, CA • 8 miles away

Part-time or Full-Time Sitter Needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Hello! We are a family of four: a mom, a dad, and our two boys, ages 5 months and 2 years. We're currently seeking a caring and reliable nanny to join us either part-time or full-time. If you have experience with young children and are interested in helping us create a loving and nurturing... More

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$20–30/hr
Irvine, CA • 23 miles away

Tutor needed for two girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Single dad with two sweet girls looking for after school help and tutoring

Need help picking up the girls from school, getting homework done, and tutoring in additional subjects.

Someone who speaks Spanish please!

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